Two Necklaces Attributed to Grosse and Strand of Glass Beads Attributed to Christian DiorThis piece was once owned by Erna de Paz Ortiz Basualdo, the granddaughter of a prominent Argentinian family that hosted royalty in their Buenos Aires home, the Palacio Ortiz Basualdo. Erna de Paz Ortiz Basualdo was likewise known for her style, in fashion and at home, and was an ongoing client of Pierre Cardin`s.  This lot contains two necklaces and a string of beads.THE FIRST  Teal bead necklace with hammered gold-tone metal bell-shaped beads framing the five central teal beads.Label: Not labeled  Style/Serial No.: Not labeled    Approximate Measurements:Length: 17.5"Width: .75"Drop: 7.75"THE SECOND  Pink bead necklace with hammered gold-tone metal bell-shaped beads framing the five central pink beads.Label: Not labeled  Style/Serial No.: Not labeled    Approximate Measurements:Length: 17.5"Width: .75"Drop: 7.75"THE THIRD  Strand of beads containing blue and red plastic, stone, and clay beads of varying shades and shapes. The glass beads have been restrung.  Label: Not labeled  Style/Serial No.: Not labeled    Approximate Measurements:Width: 1"Drop: 15"Condition:THE FIRST  The overall condition is good with minor losses to the gold-tone hardware.THE SECOND  The overall condition is good with some residue underneath the bell-shaped beads.THE THIRD  The overall condition is good, though the cord on which the beads are strung is fraying.  Everything is sold `As Is`. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.